Tokyo Debunker

About

Solve supernatural cases in Tokyo alongside devilish ghouls and quirky cats!

Genres & Tags

Simulation

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,523 reviews

story645 positive mentions

monetization183 negative mentions

The storyline is engaging and well-written, keeping players hooked.
The character designs and voice acting are impressive, adding depth to the game.
The game offers a variety of gameplay elements, including a mix of visual novel and idle mechanics.

The gacha system is heavily monetized, with low drop rates and a high pity threshold of 500 pulls.
The use of AI-generated backgrounds detracts from the overall quality and immersion of the game.
Gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, especially after reaching higher levels.

story
1,201 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
43%
3%
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and immersive narrative, with many players appreciating the character development and voice acting. However, several reviews express frustration over the gameplay mechanics, particularly the difficulty in progressing through the story due to challenging battles and a monetization system that often feels pay-to-win. While the art style and storytelling format are generally well-received, concerns about the use of AI-generated backgrounds and the lack of meaningful player choices in the narrative are also noted. Overall, the story remains the standout feature, captivating players despite the game's other shortcomings.
- “I really want to rate this game higher because honestly I love the storyline and the voice actors did a great job!”
- “The story is captivating, and the art style is pleasing.”
- “The story is engaging, the global chat is so fun and chaotic in a good way and pretty afk.”
- “I installed because I thought it would be a graphic novel centric and I wanted to read the story, but that is really mostly a teaser that you see during the intro.”
- “The story has minimal choices and consequences are basically nil.”
- “The story is eventually locked off by a steep level curve that requires a lot of team power (case 38 being the infamous starting point of this).”
monetization
223 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
8%
82%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to aggressive microtransactions and misleading advertisements. While the game is free to play, progress often requires significant spending, and players express frustration over low drop rates and the lack of meaningful rewards without in-game purchases. Despite the absence of intrusive ads, the overall sentiment is that the monetization strategy detracts from the gaming experience, leaving many feeling misled and disappointed.
- “In addition, the game is completely free unless you want to advance quickly and pay, and there are no ads!”
- “You can play without spending actual money, but you can also get a lot of other stuff to boost your gameplay if you decide to make an in-app purchase.”
- “The two factors that got me hooked are the fact that I don't need to spend any gems or whatever in order to read the story, and also there are no ads at all.”
- “The monetization is incredibly aggressive and wildly ungenerous.”
- “This game is a big cash grab and it's not worth the money.”
- “The ads are misleading, the ads make the game seem like a horror game, which it is not, the story is boring and repeats itself, pulls are almost impossible to get, overall a very boring (and misleading) game.”
gameplay
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
58%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it overly simplistic, repetitive, and often lacking meaningful engagement. While some appreciate the idle mechanics and visual novel elements, others criticize the heavy reliance on gacha systems and paywalls, leading to frustration with progression and character acquisition. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a secondary aspect to the story and art, with many players expressing a desire for more interactive and varied mechanics.
- “The gameplay is also really nice and simple.”
- “The gameplay is fun, and the random rhythm level took me by surprise.”
- “I love the uniqueness of the gameplay with the comics and storyline!”
- “The gameplay is virtually nonexistent, story is bland and seems heavily inspired on already existing IPs.”
- “Just a boring visual novel, 20 minutes in and still no gameplay makes this an easy uninstall.”
- “The gameplay is boring and just an idle battle and pulling for cards is so expensive and for what??”
graphics
142 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
33%
2%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style, beautiful character designs, and smooth animations, contributing significantly to the overall immersive experience. Many players appreciate the captivating visuals and voice acting, which enhance the storytelling aspect. However, some critiques mention inconsistencies in graphic quality and the impact of AI-generated art on the overall aesthetic.
- “Everything from the graphics to the layout of the game is phenomenal!”
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “The visuals are stunning, the voice acting is beautiful.”
- “The artwork is so-so.”
- “Some of the graphics are a little low res (might be my own phone's issue) but genuinely this game is a lot of fun.”
- “There's no excuse in not being able to adjust the graphics setting these days.”
music
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
72%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being bland, repetitive, and reliant on public domain classical pieces, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique sound effects and voice acting, numerous reports highlight issues with lag and synchronization in rhythm-based challenges, making gameplay frustrating. Overall, players are calling for more original compositions and better optimization to enhance immersion and enjoyment.
- “The music and sound effects are very unique.”
- “I'm hooked by the storyline, the cute cat that guides you on how to play it, and the background music is also to my liking.”
- “I love several different musical effects.”
- “But the music is bland and nothing of the music is original, and the backgrounds are all AI.”
- “The music stages have lag that makes them nearly impossible to complete.”
- “The music is just bad remixes of classical pieces, and the rhythm game stages are offbeat.”
character development
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
34%
7%
Overall, character development in the game is praised for its unique and visually appealing designs, strong voice acting, and engaging personalities. While many players appreciate the intriguing lore and artistic quality, some express disappointment over the lack of player customization and the use of AI-generated artwork. Despite some critiques regarding gameplay mechanics and similarities to other franchises, the character designs and their development remain a highlight for most reviewers.
- “The characters are absolutely amazing, with great writing, great character designs, and many different personalities.”
- “From the character design and development to the voice acting, everything is top notch.”
- “The story is really well done, and I love the character designs; they really know how to draw you in.”
- “Decent writing/localization, generic/uninspired character designs, massive paywall (which is big coming from me, as I am happy to spend), AI-generated artwork.”
- “The use of generative AI is disgusting, especially when in a game that utilizes actual artists for not only the character designs, but the episodes and animatic-like scenes.”
- “I feel bad for the people who waited 4 years for this game; it turned out as a complete flop, story is mid, character design?”
grinding
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, describing it as tedious and often boring, with players needing to invest excessive time to progress through levels and obtain resources. Many users express frustration with the gacha system and the difficulty spikes, which exacerbate the grind, making it feel like a chore rather than an engaging experience. While some players find enjoyment in the grind, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a major drawback that detracts from the game's potential.
- “The gameplay is simple, but not too tedious.”
- “Not grindy, and the diamonds for pulls are easy to get. A pretty fair gacha game with a great story.”
- “It gets boring when you have to spend days grinding levels to get to a new chapter.”
- “The grinding and lack of ways to obtain level-up resources is ridiculous.”
- “The character personalities suck and the amount of grinding you have to do is insane just to get a good card.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its blend of funny dialogue, quirky characters, and entertaining storylines that keep them engaged. Many reviews note the effective use of humor to balance suspense and depth, making the overall experience enjoyable and light-hearted. The voice acting and art style also contribute to the comedic elements, creating a captivating and amusing atmosphere throughout the game.
- “Love the art, storyline, plot, voice acting, and a good balance of suspense and humor.”
- “I love the story, it's a mix of funny and has some actual depth.”
- “Characters are unique and hilarious lmao.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, lag, and various bugs affecting gameplay and features like chat and special stages. Many players experience issues such as unresponsive taps, black screens, and the need to restart the app to regain functionality. While the story and graphics are appreciated, the overall performance detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “The interface is cluttered and scattered, the chat feature is incredibly buggy and, at some points, just incredibly irritating to use.”
- “The rhythm game lags, the game freezes frequently, and dialogue skips sometimes.”
- “I get screens that are completely black or in the worst case, the game freezes up.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users reporting smooth performance overall but highlighting significant issues in specific areas, such as lag and off-beat responses in music challenges, as well as a poorly designed combat system. Many players express a need for better optimization in gameplay and story elements, alongside improvements to gacha rates and rewards. While some updates have improved performance, persistent issues remain, indicating that further optimization is necessary.
- “So far everything runs smoothly and is rather easy to access stories and what not.”
- “The game is good, the only problem is the game's optimization.”
- “In version 1.0.4 it runs smoothly.”
- “Some music challenges need optimization/fixing (tap response is weird and off beat, sometimes there's lag).”
- “Have trouble with the rhythm minigame though, it often lags or the music is off-sync, and there are no visual/performance settings so I can't make it run better either.”
- “4 stars because there are some pretty bad performance issues, and this is a new phone so it's not on my end.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Players emphasize the importance of emotional investment in the characters, highlighting the sweetness and wholesomeness of interactions, particularly with a beloved character. However, some reviewers express disappointment with the pacing and storytelling, suggesting that a better system for emotional engagement could enhance the overall experience.
- “A real pity system would fix it, especially with this kind of game where emotional investment in the characters is so important.”
- “Such a kind angel, I can't believe how sweet and lovely he is. His interactions with the main character and other characters are so wholesome and cute! 🩷 💗”
- “After skipping like five chapters of a boring story, I finally made it to the gameplay.”
- “The emotional moments felt forced and didn't resonate with me at all.”
- “I found it hard to connect with the characters, making the emotional scenes fall flat.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally described as friendly and enjoyable, with players appreciating the overall ambiance, graphics, and story. Some users noted a discrepancy between initial promotional materials and the actual tone of the game, which is lighter than expected. Despite minor issues, the atmosphere contributes positively to the overall gameplay experience.
- “Great game! I like the gameplay as a whole; the graphics are good, the story is good, and I like the atmosphere as a whole. There are minor problems to me that I think, as the game continues, will be solved.”
- “It's a friendly atmosphere.”
- “I won't even get too much into how the ads promoting this game originally made it seem like a pixel-styled game with a much darker atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users believe that certain features or elements in the game could significantly enhance its replayability, suggesting that there are opportunities for varied experiences upon subsequent playthroughs.
- “I think that would enhance replay value.”